Operator's ManualThird Edition • Second PrintingPart No. 97600 Genie TML-4000 and TML-4000N 17Operating InstructionsDo Not Operate Unless:You learn and practice the principles of safemachine operation contained in this operator'smanual.1 Avoid hazardous situations.2 Always perform a pre-operation inspection.3 Always perform function tests prior to use.4 Inspect the workplace.5 Only use the machine as it was intended.FundamentalsThe Operating Instructions section providesinstructions for each aspect of machine operation.It is the operator's responsibility to follow all thesafety rules and instructions in the operator's,safety and responsibilities manuals.If more than one operator is expected to use amachine at different times in the same work shift,each operator is expected to follow all safety rulesand instructions in the operator's manual. Thatmeans every new operator should perform a pre-operation inspection, function tests and a workplace inspection before using the machine.SetupMake sure the machine is set up according to theSetup procedure in the Function Tests section.Starting the Engine1 Make sure the circuit breaker light switches arein the off position.2 At the control panel, turn the key or turn theswitch to the run position. The glow plug lightwill come on.3 Wait for the glow plug light to go off.4 Turn the key or turn the switch to start.Note: If the key or switch is not turned to startwithin 10 seconds of the glow plug light going off,the engine may fail to start. If this happens, turnthe key or switch to the off position and repeat theprocedure.Note: If the glow plug light is flashing during thepreheat cycle, the battery is low.Operation of Lights1 Turn on the lights using the circuit breakerswitches located on the control panel. Eachswitch corresponds to one of the lamps.Note: The lights can take up to 20 minutes to reachfull intensity.Note: If the lights are turned off and turned back onwhile they are still warm, they will not light up againfor 20-30 minutes.2 Turn the lights off by turning the circuit breakerswitches to the off position. Make sure thelights are turned off before shutting down theengine.